{"product_id":"skutterudite-specimen-6","title":"Skutterudite - Specimen","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eed from\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Bou Azzer District, Ouarzazate Province, Drâa-Tafilalet Region, Morocco\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003eThis one of a kind Skutterudite mineral specimen from Morocco features a bold metallic display face with dense silver-gray crystal coverage across a dark, rugged matrix. The specimen shows a mix of larger blocky to modified cubic Skutterudite crystals and smaller sparkling metallic growths, creating a highly reflective surface with flashes of bright silver and occasional warm brassy-gold highlights from associated minerals. Small white to translucent crystal pockets appear in several areas, adding contrast against the darker cobalt-rich matrix and giving the piece a strong, dramatic collector display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"610\" data-end=\"1099\"\u003eSkutterudite is a cobalt arsenide mineral first named after the Skutterud mining district in Norway, one of its classic historical localities. It commonly forms in hydrothermal vein deposits associated with cobalt, nickel, arsenic, silver, and other metallic minerals. Moroccan Skutterudite specimens are most often associated with the Bou Azzer District, a world-famous cobalt mining region known for producing exceptional metallic arsenide minerals and striking cobalt-related specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1101\" data-end=\"1520\"\u003eSpiritually, Skutterudite is often associated with grounding, protection, focus, and inner strength. Its dense metallic appearance gives it a powerful stabilizing presence, making it a mineral many collectors connect with resilience, discipline, and energetic shielding. It is often appreciated as a stone for staying centered, strengthening determination, and maintaining clarity during difficult or demanding periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e1pc\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eWith this product, you will get the actual stone in the photograph.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Morocco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48350420074666,"sku":null,"price":2000.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/7158\/3658\/files\/Skutterudite-morroco-2000b.jpg?v=1779825685","url":"https:\/\/rubblerockandgem.com\/hi\/products\/skutterudite-specimen-6","provider":"Rubble Rock And Gem","version":"1.0","type":"link"}